Easy Single Serving Hot Broccoli Cheese Dip Recipe
This hot broccoli cheese dip is the perfect single serving appetizer when you’re craving a dip for one!
You get over 20 grams of protein in this dip so it’s great for an afternoon snack, a cozy night in or for game day.
Lot’s of broccoli and cheesy goodness is baked into this hot dip that’s sure hard to resist.
You know I love to make cheesy appetizers like this Easy Cheesy Baked Pizza Dip and this Quick Baked Cheesy Jalapeno Ranch Chips Appetizer. But, sometimes I want to make a dip serving just for myself. That’s where this single serving hot broccoli cheese dip recipe comes in!
Prep this easy broccoli cheese dip in just 5 minutes and then bake. This creamy broccoli cheese dip is super delicious and packed with protein!
Why you’ll love this hot broccoli cheese dip
- It’s perfectly measured and made as a single serving!
- This dip is packed with 23g of protein which makes it the perfect high protein snack.
- This broccoli cheese dip recipe is perfect to satisfy a cozy craving.
- Make this cheesy dip when you’re having a solo night-in, cozy movie night or whenever the craving strikes.
- Serve with your favourite crackers, pita chips, tortilla chips or even fresh vegetables!
Ingredients for this baked broccoli cheese dip
Cream cheese: plain cream cheese is a must for a broccoli cheese dip
Greek yogurt: traditionally this dip uses sour cream but here we use Greek yogurt to add some protein to this broccoli dip
Cottage cheese: cottage cheese is having a moment for it’s ability to add a high protein boost to recipes and that’s exactly why I’m using it in this broccoli cheese dip
Broccoli: fresh broccoli is the best to use in this dip; make sure to chop broccoli florets into very small pieces before making the dip
Cheddar cheese: cheddar cheese and broccoli are a classic combination
Parmesan cheese: parmesan cheese adds just a touch of saltiness and rounds out the flavours in this dip
Seasonings: use Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, black pepper and red pepper flakes to season this
How to make this broccoli cheese dip
Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375F.
Step 2: To a small bowl add the plain cream cheese, plain Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, shredded parmesan cheese, 1 tbsp shredded cheddar cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, pinch of salt – pepper – chili flakes and small chopped broccoli and stir well to combine.
Step 3: Add the cheese and broccoli mixture to small single serving ramekin or small single serving baking dish. Smooth the top of the dip out and then top with remaining 2 tbsp shredded cheddar cheese.
Step 4: Bake for 20 minutes, until bubbling and the cheese is melted. Let sit for 5 minutes before enjoying.
Expert tips when making this hot broccoli cheese dip
- Want to make this to serve 2? Simply double the recipe and then divide into two small oven safe dishes before baking. Or, bake in one dish to share 🙂
- Make sure to use fresh chopped broccoli; frozen broccoli holds too much water.
- While I love this recipe with crackers or pita chips, it’s really tasty with fresh vegetables too like red bell peppers, carrots and cucumbers.
Common questions
Can I blend the cottage cheese before making this dip?
I have not tested this recipe with blended cottage cheese. However, if you prefer that from a texture standpoint, blend the cottage cheese first and then stir together with all of the other ingredients.
What if I don’t have Italian seasoning?
If you don’t have Italian seasoning, use a pinch of each of the following: dried thyme, dried oregano and dried basil.
How to store
If you have leftovers, store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat at 325F until warmed through.
More cheesy appetizers to love from the blog
Easy Herb & Walnut Mini Cheese Balls Appetizer
Easy Burrata Bread Appetizer with Roasted Tomatoes
Easy Single Serving Hot Broccoli Cheese Dip Recipe
Equipment
- 1 small single serving ramekin or small single serving baking dish
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp plain cream cheese
- 3 tbsp plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup 1-2% cottage cheese
- 1 tbsp shredded parmesan cheese
- 3 tbsp shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1/4 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- pinch salt, pepper and chili flakes
- 1/3 cup small chopped fresh broccoli
- crackers, pita chips or crostini for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375F.
- To a small bowl add the plain cream cheese, plain Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, shredded parmesan cheese, 1 tbsp shredded cheddar cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, pinch of salt - pepper - chili flakes and small chopped broccoli and stir well to combine.
- Add the cheese and broccoli mixture to small single serving ramekin or small single serving baking dish. Smooth the top of the dip out and then top with remaining 2 tbsp shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 20 minutes, until bubbling and the cheese is melted. Let sit for 5 minutes before enjoying.
Notes
- If you don't have Italian seasoning, use a pinch of each of the following: dried thyme, dried oregano and dried basil.
- Want to make this to serve 2? Simply double the recipe and then divide into two small oven safe dishes before baking. Or, bake in one dish to share 🙂
- Make sure to use fresh chopped broccoli; frozen broccoli holds too much water.
- While I love this recipe with crackers or pita chips, it's really tasty with fresh vegetables too like red bell peppers, carrots and cucumbers.
